Wadlata Outback Centre
Wadlata Outback Centre
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
About
Weekdays 9am-4pm, Weekends & Public holidays 10am-3pm. A major tourism attraction and accredited Visitor Information Centre for Port Augusta, the Flinders Ranges & Outback. A tour through Wadlata's Award winning Interpretive Display, the "Tunnel of Time", is a must see and do (fees apply). You could walk through the Time tunnel in 10 minutes or spend up to 5 hours exploring to find out where the dinosaurs first roamed this land. Be introduced to the people who first owned, explored and settled the region along with those who live there today. The Centre"s cafe, the Outback Tuckerbox has a great selection of meals,cakes and coffee. Staff at the accredited Visitor Information Centre can assist with accommodation, tours and can supply all the information you need for your stay in our Region and for your trip ahead. The gift shop has a great range of souvenirs.
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Mimi
Kalbarri, Australia21 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Waldlata outback centre in port Augusta at the visitor centre is a ‘must see’ experience , we loved it.. so much visual history / stories / First Nation interpretive displays … very very well done 👍
Written 3 September 2023
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John R
Melbourne, Australia43 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
The time tunnel interpretive centre surprised us with the quality of the detail provided We ended up spending more time than we might have predicted. Unfortunately, some aspects of the display are out of date by reference to the, now closed Leigh Creek coal mine.
Written 12 June 2023
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Di M
Greater Perth, Australia9 contributions
May 2023
Well worth a look. The centre is an interactive history of the Port Augusta area. I was really impressed with the layout and enjoyed reading, looking and listening about the history of the area. Need around 2 hours+ to fully explore the display. It does cost to go in but I feel this is good value for money.
Written 29 May 2023
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branson6
Lismore, Australia167 contributions
Apr. 2023
The Wadlata Outback Centre is impressive in the variety and quantity of information on offer. It is a modern space with helpful staff and an associated cafe. It is quite expensive, even with the Seniors Discount that is on offer.
Written 20 May 2023
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Sandra r
1 contribution
Apr. 2023 • Family
The highlight for me was the geography film as you walk in the door. I am a teacher and would love to show this to my class as the way it explains how the continents separated and formed the continents we live in.
Written 21 April 2023
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bobjanh
Brisbane, Australia2,179 contributions
Jun. 2022 • Couples
Aligned with the Visitors Centre - itself a modern space with helpful staff and an associated cafe, the outback exhibit is informative and well worth a visit. It is quite expensive, even with the Seniors Discount that is on offer. Provides a good background to the region and its history.
Written 4 April 2023
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R b
Australia148 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Couples
The Wadlata Outback Centre is impressive in the variety and quantity of information on offer.
For me to move from a “very good” to “excellent” rating, would be to see their videos captioned to enable their accessibility to a wider audience.
It was great to know that the entry ticket enabled you for a pass out and to return within 12 months. We certainly could have spent more time there given the amount of content to get through - but we were just passing through.
For me to move from a “very good” to “excellent” rating, would be to see their videos captioned to enable their accessibility to a wider audience.
It was great to know that the entry ticket enabled you for a pass out and to return within 12 months. We certainly could have spent more time there given the amount of content to get through - but we were just passing through.
Written 7 January 2023
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Funfoodfavourites
Sunshine Coast, Australia328 contributions
Oct. 2022 • Couples
Although interesting. We expected a lot more on Mathew Flinders and more on the pioneering families and establishment civilization of Sth Aust.
Written 25 October 2022
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Kristine S
3 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Couples
Excellent interactive interpretative centre depicting the evolution of Australia and particularly outback SA. Need at least 2 to 3 hours to visit.
Written 19 August 2022
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Kris69
Adelaide17 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Couples
Very informative and modern. Many excellent movies to watch and informative displays to view and read. Allow at least two to three hours to visit. Easy parking with caravan. Also a visitor centre. Cost $ 46.30 for 2 adults.
Written 18 August 2022
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Gracie2307
Adelaide, Australia172 contributions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wadlata Outback Centre
- Wadlata Outback Centre is open:
- Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Sat - Sun 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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- (0.24 km) Commonwealth Hotel Port Augusta